Benefits to Independence 101
Module 2: Session 9

Module 2 - Session 9

Youth Receiving Social Security Disability Benefits

Learning Objectives:

  • Explain how the Student Earned Income Exclusion (SEIE) helps students keep SSI while working.

  • Describe the value of work experience for young people.

  • List the documents needed to apply for SEIE and how to submit them.

  • Recognize the importance of getting help to follow up on SEIE requests (if needed).

 

Click here to watch "Youth Receiving SSI: Work Supports and Student Earned Income Exclusions (Session 9)" on YouTube.

Considerations for Youth∗: Session includes Nuts and Bolts, Case Studies, Quick Quiz, & Quick Facts

Activities:

  1. Watch the "School, Work and SSI: Students Can Have It All" video on the DOR Spotlight on Social Security YouTube Channel.

  2. Download SEIE letter template to give to your school (if applicable).

  3. Use the SEIE Packet Preparation Checklist to assemble your packet to take to the local Social Security office (if applicable).

Resources:

Youth Receiving Social Security Disability Benefits – Resource Guide

SEIE Letter Request Template

SEIE Packet Preparation Checklist

Module 2 – Main Menu
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∗Yang-Tan Institute on Employment and Disability

 

Resources

Benefits to Independence 101 Contact Directory Resource Library Meet the Team Spotlight on Social Security Newsletter Spotlight on Social Security Webinars Students Receiving Benefits Success Stories Ticket to Work Program Work Incentive Planning Services